Rosa Gulliver of TINYGMUSIC | March 19, 2025
SM Entertainment, a leading force in the Korean entertainment industry, has announced exciting new additions to the SMTOWN family concert in Los Angeles. Scheduled to take place at Dignity Health Sports Park on May 11th, the event will now feature top artists KAI and NCT 127, joining an already stellar lineup that includes global superstars like aespa, NCT DREAM, WayV, RIIZE, and NCT WISH, all coming together in LA for the first time. Despite two members of NCT currently serving in the military, the group is set to deliver incredible performances for fans eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see all the units of NCT NATION united at one event.
Fans can look forward to special appearances by legendary artists such as Red Velvet, Super Junior, TVXQ!, SHINee’s KEY and MINHO, and EXO’s SUHO and CHANYEOL. Known for its history of outstanding vocalists and talent in K-pop, there will be an exclusive showcase from the SM Trainees, SMTR25, providing a sneak peek at the next generation.
The red carpet events for VVIP guests will offer a chance to see all the artists scheduled to perform. The soundcheck will include four artists: KEY from SHINee, WayV, RIIZE, NCT WISH, and Hearts2Hearts.
This tour will be the only stop in the United States, with additional concerts scheduled for Mexico City on May 9 and London on June 28.
You can purchase the tickets HERE.
About SM:
SM Entertainment stands as South Korea's No. 1 entertainment and media group, leading the way in international markets with its unique and innovative production and training system, coupled with unparalleled overseas marketing strategies. As a trailblazing entity, it has cultivated a galaxy of global K-pop superstars, solidifying its status as a premier industry leader. SM Entertainment is dedicated to every facet of the music business, meticulously orchestrating album planning, production, distribution, promotion, and artist management. Leveraging a wealth of accumulated expertise, it sets the standard for excellence in each endeavour. The company manages artists, including, but not limited to: KANGTA, BoA, TVXQ!, SUPER JUNIOR, GIRLS’ GENERATION, SHINee, EXO, Red Velvet, NCT, NCT U, NCT 127, NCT DREAM, WayV, NCT WISH,  aespa, RIIZE, Hearts2Hearts and more. SM Entertainment has established a global network through overseas subsidiaries in the United States, Japan, as well as other countries, owning various affiliated companies such as SM C&C, KEYEAST, DearU, SM Brand Marketing, etc. Furthermore, by creating the unique concert brand called SMTOWN, the organisation has successfully hosted shows in major cities worldwide, continuously setting new records in the concert business. SM Entertainment is growing as the world’s leading entertainment company, and as the pioneer of K-pop and the creator of an unrivalled system, it continues to produce today’s most prominent K-pop acts.
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